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Post by roy on Nov 18, 2016 11:44:25 GMT -5
roy, that copper with antique patina will look awesome on her! I'll try and get another done soon. o thank you my dear i have really evolved in my slab deptment can send you some rare and fun stuff to cab too! |
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Post by Fossilman on Nov 18, 2016 14:41:32 GMT -5
Very nice job.... A piece of art is always cool,especially f you make it yourself!!
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Post by metalsmith on Nov 20, 2016 7:09:57 GMT -5
My next project is for something much smaller and more complicated. Had to order new blades and drill bits first, though. I'll post it when I finish it. ETA: Here is the next project. Don't know if I can do it, but I'm gonna try.  That's a wonderful dog-paw pendant. For the cat, have you considered etching it (or is that cheating?)  |
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Post by rockjunquie on Nov 20, 2016 8:34:48 GMT -5
My next project is for something much smaller and more complicated. Had to order new blades and drill bits first, though. I'll post it when I finish it. ETA: Here is the next project. Don't know if I can do it, but I'm gonna try. That's a wonderful dog-paw pendant. For the cat, have you considered etching it (or is that cheating?) No, not cheating. I could etch it. Not all the way through, though- too thick. Etching is just another skill. The pictured piece is on 20g. I have since enlarged it a hair and pasted it to a pair of glued up sheets of 26g (or was it 28g?). They will be earrings. I should have my new tools Mon, I hope. I have a bunch of things prepped for then. Including a new paw tag for roy . Here is a new piece that I did yesterday for my other daughter. This is pretty small, but did not require the tiny drill bits that the others do.   |
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Post by jamesp on Nov 21, 2016 16:56:36 GMT -5
You have the patience of Job. Lots of sawing and drilling and filing.
First thought was that you had purchased a laser cutter.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 21, 2016 17:14:34 GMT -5
That cat is cool. I like the internal reflection. A solid cat mirroring the cutout cat. Creative and pretty!!
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Post by 1dave on Nov 21, 2016 21:54:19 GMT -5
Superb as always!
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Post by Garage Rocker on Nov 22, 2016 4:37:30 GMT -5
Yup, that's a good looking design. Cats don't always get their due.
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Post by rockjunquie on Nov 22, 2016 9:08:36 GMT -5
Yup, that's a good looking design. Cats don't always get their due. I agree. I 'm a cat lover (dog lover, too). I found a cat paw print and made a heart with those, too. But, I have to admit, I found that image online and converted it to something I could saw. I'm not that talented.  I'm also not claiming that I did it and I'm not selling it, to be fair. I don't have a clue who did it originally, so I can't give credit. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 22, 2016 9:49:56 GMT -5
Yup, that's a good looking design. Cats don't always get their due. I agree. I 'm a cat lover (dog lover, too). I found a cat paw print and made a heart with those, too. But, I have to admit, I found that image online and converted it to something I could saw. I'm not that talented. I'm also not claiming that I did it and I'm not selling it, to be fair. I don't have a clue who did it originally, so I can't give credit. Actually, because you changed it, you made it origonal, legally and copyright wise, I believe you did do it. It's yours. |
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Post by radio on Nov 24, 2016 8:32:36 GMT -5
awesome job! I'm certain she will be thrilled with the gift!!!
some time ago I cut the outlines of the paw parts from copper and silver soldered them onto a sterling disc. I liked it so much it resides on my keychain
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Post by rockjunquie on Nov 24, 2016 8:50:31 GMT -5
awesome job! I'm certain she will be thrilled with the gift!!! some time ago I cut the outlines of the paw parts from copper and silver soldered them onto a sterling disc. I liked it so much it resides on my keychain Paws seem to be pretty popular. We love our furry friends. |
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Post by rockjunquie on Nov 24, 2016 8:55:13 GMT -5
Got my new Knew Concepts saw at 70.00. Returned it the next day.... defective. Got some Lynx hi quality drill bits at 72.00. One was a dud. Cut wrong or something. Rio is sending me a replacement for it. You just can't buy anything worth a crap now a days. This is setting my plans back.  |
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Post by radio on Nov 24, 2016 9:23:08 GMT -5
Got my new Knew Concepts saw at 70.00. Returned it the next day.... defective. Got some Lynx hi quality drill bits at 72.00. One was a dud. Cut wrong or something. Rio is sending me a replacement for it. You just can't buy anything worth a crap now a days. This is setting my plans back. Tried the Knew concepts saw, but don't care for the bulky frame. My first saws were the German style, but I now use a Swiss style exclusively as I prefer the way the blades are secured. The knurled knob on those is a lot smaller than the oversized wing nut arrangement on the German style and doesn't get in the way as badly. Seems to me that Rio's quality has went to crap since they became a publicly traded company. Too much pressure to perform for the investors and selling lots of cheap Chinese junk at inflated prices to drive up the profit margin. Same thing happened to Bass Pro shops. |
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Post by Pat on Nov 24, 2016 10:43:45 GMT -5
radio said ... Seems to me that Rio's quality has went to crap since they became a publicly traded company. Too much pressure to perform for the investors and selling lots of cheap Chinese junk at inflated prices to drive up the profit margin. Same thing happened to Bass Pro shops. I totally agree, and their mailing service along with it.
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Post by rockjunquie on Nov 24, 2016 11:09:26 GMT -5
I'm not defending Rio, because I have had problems, too, but these tools weren't made by them. I purposely bought the higher end product expecting better quality. radio- After I got used to using the Knew saw, before I realized the problem with it, it was pleasant to use and change blades. I like how light it is. I have some nerve damage from Carpel tunnel syndrome, so it really helps me out. |
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Post by radio on Nov 24, 2016 11:19:51 GMT -5
I'm not defending Rio, because I have had problems, too, but these tools weren't made by them. I purposely bought the higher end product expecting better quality. radio - After I got used to using the Knew saw, before I realized the problem with it, it was pleasant to use and change blades. I like how light it is. I have some nerve damage from Carpel tunnel syndrome, so it really helps me out. I realize the tools aren't made by them, but anymore for the most part, they buy chinese made copies of the good tools they used to carry. I'm not sure if the Knew concepts saw has been copied by the Chinese yet and you got a forgery, but it would not surprise me in the slightest. I refuse to buy metals from Rio as the soldering properties are different from order to order. That tells me they buy precious metal on a cheapest bid process and the alloys vary a bit from manufacturer to manufacturer. I use a LOT of sterling and consistency is something I must have. I do this for a living and don't have time to struggle with adjusting from batch to batch. One would think that Sterling is Sterling no matter the source, but the soldering characteristics can vary a good deal |
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Post by rockjunquie on Nov 24, 2016 11:26:43 GMT -5
I'm not defending Rio, because I have had problems, too, but these tools weren't made by them. I purposely bought the higher end product expecting better quality. radio - After I got used to using the Knew saw, before I realized the problem with it, it was pleasant to use and change blades. I like how light it is. I have some nerve damage from Carpel tunnel syndrome, so it really helps me out. I realize the tools aren't made by them, but anymore for the most part, they buy chinese made copies of the good tools they used to carry. I'm not sure if the Knew concepts saw has been copied by the Chinese yet and you got a forgery, but it would not surprise me in the slightest. I refuse to buy metals from Rio as the soldering properties are different from order to order. That tells me they buy precious metal on a cheapest bid process and the alloys vary a bit from manufacturer to manufacturer. I use a LOT of sterling and consistency is something I must have. I do this for a living and don't have time to struggle with adjusting from batch to batch. One would think that Sterling is Sterling no matter the source, but the soldering characteristics can vary a good deal I don't use as much silver sheet as you do, but I have noticed some issues with wire. I won't even buy argentium from them. I sure hope I never find out that they are selling knock offs. That would entice me to join a class action lawsuit. |
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Post by MrP on Nov 24, 2016 12:56:19 GMT -5
I'm not defending Rio, because I have had problems, too, but these tools weren't made by them. I purposely bought the higher end product expecting better quality. radio - After I got used to using the Knew saw, before I realized the problem with it, it was pleasant to use and change blades. I like how light it is. I have some nerve damage from Carpel tunnel syndrome, so it really helps me out. I realize the tools aren't made by them, but anymore for the most part, they buy chinese made copies of the good tools they used to carry. I'm not sure if the Knew concepts saw has been copied by the Chinese yet and you got a forgery, but it would not surprise me in the slightest. I refuse to buy metals from Rio as the soldering properties are different from order to order. That tells me they buy precious metal on a cheapest bid process and the alloys vary a bit from manufacturer to manufacturer. I use a LOT of sterling and consistency is something I must have. I do this for a living and don't have time to struggle with adjusting from batch to batch. One would think that Sterling is Sterling no matter the source, but the soldering characteristics can vary a good deal radio Where are you buying you metals from now. I did order sterling and gold filled from Rio awhile back and did notice it was different then the order before. Not necessarily bad but not the same......................................MrP
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Post by radio on Nov 24, 2016 13:02:29 GMT -5
I realize the tools aren't made by them, but anymore for the most part, they buy chinese made copies of the good tools they used to carry. I'm not sure if the Knew concepts saw has been copied by the Chinese yet and you got a forgery, but it would not surprise me in the slightest. I refuse to buy metals from Rio as the soldering properties are different from order to order. That tells me they buy precious metal on a cheapest bid process and the alloys vary a bit from manufacturer to manufacturer. I use a LOT of sterling and consistency is something I must have. I do this for a living and don't have time to struggle with adjusting from batch to batch. One would think that Sterling is Sterling no matter the source, but the soldering characteristics can vary a good deal radio Where are you buying you metals from now. I did order sterling and gold filled from Rio awhile back and did notice it was different then the order before. Not necessarily bad but not the same......................................MrP
I buy all my metals from Sante Fe Jewelers supply www.sfjssantafe.com/ It's a family owned business and the customer service is top notch! Tell 'em Arlen at Sho Me Silver sent you  |
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